The battle was fought between
21 Sikh soldiers of the British Indian Army and 10,000 Afghan intruders 121
years ago. "Today we remember the heroes! Circa 1897. 21 Sikhs vs 10,000
Afghans. The bravest battle ever fought," tweeted Karan Johar, whose
Dharma Productions produces the movie.

Speaking about the film, Akshay had said, “I’ve started
shooting for my film Kesari, where I’m in the heaviest turban and beard I’ve
ever had to wear. So I shaved my head to make my life a little easier. I’m
known for hating wigs, prosthetics and so on, and Kesari is quite demanding. It’s
probably my favourite look, though it’s taxing to fight and sweat in this
avatar. But I wouldn’t change it for the world.”